The availability of mini dental implants is important because they make treatments possible for patients who previously could not benefit from dental implants. Mini dental implants are about half the diameter of a traditional dental implant, which allows them to be used in narrow spaces where regular implants were not an option. Oyster Bay Family Dentists
Other than replacing teeth in narrow spaces, mini implants are also used to install a full upper or lower denture. Four to six mini implants are placed along the gum line to serve as the base for securing the denture. Most mini implants can be placed without an incision. The small size makes it possible for them to be inserted right through the gums into the bone. No incision means no stitches, and eliminates the need for a recovery period. This means the restoration or denture can usually be placed right away or a short time after. Mini implants are also less expensive than regular implants. A dentist can tell you if a mini implant is a good solution for you.
To learn more about mini implants and all the services we provide, visit www.oysterbaydentists.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at The Oyster Bay Family Dentists in Oyster Bay, NY, call 516-922-5730.
